Roof Mold Isn’t The Only Thing That Could Be Destroying Your Curb Appeal
Posted on May 7, 2009 in the Real Estate category
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Maybe you’re annoyed because the offers for your home aren’t exactly pouring in. It’s easy to blame the economy in general, and to some degree you’d be reasonable in doing so. But it’s also possible that your curb appeal leaves something to be desired.
You’ve most likely mowed and trimmed the grass. It’s also possible that you’ve planted a few plants and put down fresh mulch. There’s a lot more you can do, however, much of which may never have occurred to you.
First of all, you should have a qualified professional clean the black roof mold from your shingles. More correctly called roof algae, these stains can often be so bad that they thwart an impending buyer from even getting out of their car. No matter how pleasing the rest of your home’s outside, a stain-covered roof can absolutely ruin your curb appeal.
Speaking of cleaning, have you taken the time to clean the siding and windows? When I’m walking up to someone’s front door as a potential homebuyer the last thing I want to see is mildew-covered siding or dirty windows. An afternoon spent cleaning these surfaces is always time well spent.
Pressure washing your driveway and walkways is an easy way to clean up your home’s exterior. Most people don’t appreciate how dirty their concrete areas are. A good pressure cleaning, though, can make a huge difference in brightening it up.
Trimming the trees in the front yard is often a wise move. Many people have a special fondness for the trees in their yard, but this shouldn’t be a reason to let them grow out of control. Any low-hanging branches should be clipped so that the whole front of the house is viewable from the street.
Finally, consider the possibility of altering your shudders’ color or replacing them entirely. I’ve seen many otherwise attractive homes that had their curb appeal destroyed by shudders that were weird tones of green, violet, or red. The color of your shudders should mesh with the rest of the home, not clash with it.
By implementing these simple changes in your home’s appearance you could quickly see much greater interest in your home. Keep in mind that potential buyers are looking for something clean and inviting when they pull up to a house. If something negative draws their attention they may shun your home before even stepping foot inside.
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